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Hotel Overview and Details

New Dover Road-Canterbury-Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom
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Close to the cathedral
3.5
/5

Premier Inn Canterbury City Centre - Family-friendly hotel near Canterbury Cathedral

Premier Inn Canterbury City Centre is located a 10-minute walk from Canterbury Cathedral and Canterbury Christ Church University. The hotel is 1.5 km from Canterbury West station, with Sturry and Bekesbourne stations a 10-minute drive away. Limited parking is available behind the hotel with 15 spaces, charged at £2.30 per hour between 7:30am and 9pm, with an overnight charge of £2 (9pm - 7:30am). The nearest car park, the 'Longport', is 50m away. The on-site Thyme Restaurant serves breakfast, evening meals, and light snacks. The property is 100 km from London City.

Additional perks of the hotel

Access to Canterbury's attractions including the cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church

River Stour punting opportunities nearby

The Marlowe Theatre for entertainment

Canterbury Roman Museum (1 km), West Gate Towers (1.5 km), and Canterbury Castle (1.5 km)

St. Lawrence Ground (0.5 km) and The Canterbury Tales (1 km)

The Open golf event accessible within 30 minutes by car

Buses run every 8 minutes Monday-Friday and every 15 minutes Saturday-Sunday

Room Options

The hotel offers standard double rooms, twin rooms, and Premier Plus rooms. Room configurations vary, with twin rooms featuring either a double or kingsize bed plus a single sofa bed, or two single, two double, or two kingsize beds depending on availability. Accessible rooms provide more space, a double or kingsize bed between 480mm and 520mm in height, and wider entry bathrooms with a lowered bath or wet room. Room size varies based on the number of guests.

Other conveniences

En suite bathroom with hairdryer and large shower head

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms

Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Tea and coffee making facilities

Iron and ironing board

King-size Hypnos beds

Freshly-updated bathrooms

Laundry service available

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the stunning Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Explore the secret spots in Westgate Gardens for a peaceful stroll.
  • Savor a traditional pie at The Parrot, a local favorite eatery.
  • Discover the rich history at the Canterbury Roman Museum nearby.
  • Check out the Westgate Towers for panoramic views of the city.
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Room Availability and Pricing Calendar

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Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms

Media

  • CD player
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Hotel Location

New Dover Road-Canterbury-Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom
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New Dover Road-Canterbury-Kent, Canterbury, United Kingdom
Nearby
Church
St Martin's Church
410 m
Church
Parish Church of St Paul
560 m
Restaurants
Pizza Hut
910 m
Unit 7 Barton Business Park New Dover Road Unit 7
New Far East Chinese Takeaway
810 m
1 Edward Road
Waitrose Cafe
980 m
St GEORGE'S Place St. Georges Centre St George's Centre
Beretun Restaurant
1.2 km
New Dover Road
Phoebes
640 m
57 Ivy Lane
The Lounge Bar & Kitchen
180 m
41 Saint George's Place Christ Church Students' Union Saint George's Centre
Longport Cafe
610 m
9 Longport
The Lunchbox
340 m
63 Dover Street
Costa Coffee
250 m
Subway 43 St. Georges Place
The Phoenix
490 m
67 Old Dover Road
Explore Canterbury
Local Highlights
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Canterbury Cathedral
Canterbury Cathedral
13 minutes' walk
Iconic UNESCO World Heritage site known for stunning architecture. Free admission on certain days.
St Augustine's Abbey
St Augustine's Abbey
9 minutes' walk
Historic abbey with beautiful ruins and gardens. Perfect for history buffs.
Canterbury Roman Museum
Canterbury Roman Museum
12 minutes' walk
Displays Roman artifacts in a unique setting. Engaging for all ages.
West Gate Towers
West Gate Towers
18 minutes' walk
Impressive medieval gatehouse with a museum. Offers beautiful views of the city.
Stroll through Westgate Gardens
19 minutes' walk
Beautiful park ideal for relaxation and picnics, just a short stroll from the hotel.
Indoor Go-Karting at Kent
10-minute drive
Thrilling go-kart racing experience. Book in advance for weekend slots.
Yoga Classes at Local Studio
11 minutes' walk
Tranquil yoga sessions hosted nearby. Perfect for relaxation and wellness.
Phoebes
Phoebes
8 minutes' walk
Charming café serving brunch and artisanal coffee. Great vegetarian options available.
Beretun Restaurant
Beretun Restaurant
15 minutes' walk
Local restaurant offering exquisite dishes with a focus on seasonal ingredients.
New Far East Chinese Takeaway
New Far East Chinese Takeaway
10 minutes' walk
Popular takeaway serving a variety of Chinese dishes, great for a quick meal.
The Marlowe Theatre
15 minutes' walk
Vibrant venue for live performances and musicals. Family-friendly shows available.
The Venue
10 minutes' walk
Local bar with regular live music and themed nights. Perfect for nightlife enthusiasts.
Navigating city
City Centre
Canterbury10 min  ·  800 m
Airports
London City Airport (LCY)144 min  ·  95.5 km
London Southend Airport (SEN)170 min  ·  113.3 km
Train
Canterbury East Train Station10 min  ·  800 m
Canterbury WestTrain Station16 min  ·  1.3 km
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  100 m

Guest Reviews and Hotel Ratings

Honest Guest Feedback Based on Real Stays
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
David
United States, October  2024
5.0/10

A bit of a mixed bag. Location was great, but there were a few unexpected hiccups.

Rooms
5.0
The room was generally okay, but it had a strange smell and we had to clean up a mess left by previous guests.
Service
5.0
Check-in was a little problematic, and there were issues with getting some items replaced.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, right in the center of Canterbury.
Dining
5.0
N/A
Facilities
5.0
N/A
Tony
United States, September  2024
8.0/10

Pretty decent stay, comfy bed! Would go back. Couple of minor issues, but nothing major.

Rooms
7.0
Room was clean, bed was comfy as advertised. Maybe the carpet could use an update, and I'm a bit of a clean freak so a little more attention to detail in the bathroom wouldn't hurt.
Service
5.0
N/A
Location
9.0
Convenient location in the City Centre
Dining
5.0
N/A
Facilities
5.0
N/A
William
United States, September  2024
10.0/10

Clean, comfortable room. Friendly staff who were helpful with a medical request. Great location!

Rooms
9.0
The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were very accommodating.
Service
10.0
Staff were super helpful, even putting a cool pack in the freezer for me!
Location
10.0
Close proximity to everything Canterbury has to offer!
Dining
5.0
N/A
Facilities
5.0
N/A
Peter
United States, July  2024
5.0/10

Decent stay. Air con was a lifesaver, but some things let it down.

Rooms
5.0
Air conditioning was great, but there were some issues: no toilet paper upon arrival, a stained sheet, and only one bath towel provided despite two guests.
Service
5.0
Service was inconsistent; some staff were really nice but others seemed less focused on customer needs.
Location
7.0
The location was decent, reasonably close to the City centre.
Dining
5.0
Food service was slow, but the waiter was great and apologized for the delays.
Facilities
5.0
No hair dryer in the room.
Dean
United States, April  2024
6.0/10

Had a great time exploring Canterbury, the hotel was a good base. The bed was super comfy!

Rooms
9.0
Clean bedding and towels. The Hypnos bed was amazing!
Service
6.0
Reception was a bit chaotic at times, but the staff were really nice overall.
Location
10.0
Perfect location, really close to the city center, easy to walk everywhere.
Dining
5.0
N/A
Facilities
5.0
N/A
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Children & extra beds
All children: 0 - 2 years
Cot: FREE
Existing beds: FREE
All children: 3 - 15 years
Existing beds: FREE
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
120

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